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New Leicester research has found that people who commute by car can be subject to higher levels of harmful gases than those who walk or cycle to work. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Leicester in partnership with Leicester City Council, is published in the Journal of Transport & Health. Experts found …
According to recent research published in the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology, drinking at least three cups of tea per week may be linked to a longer and healthier life; findings suggest that habitual consumption of tea is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and all cause mortality but the difference of the tea …
Eating healthier is one of the easiest and best ways to slim down, eating foods that help you feel full can help reduce snacking between meals and overeating. Healthier food choices will also help to boost metabolism to burn calories that have been consumed. Berries such as strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries are great choices when …
Consumption of green tea (Camellia sinensis) helps to manage blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Green tea (Camellia sinensis) contains 30 to 40% polyphenols – the primary of which are epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epiggallocatechin (ECG), epicatechin gallate (ECG), and epicatechin (EC). Previous studies suggest that these antioxidant compounds exert beneficial effects on parameters of cardiovascular health. …